Narita International Airport facts for kids
Narita International Airport (成田国際空港, Narita Kokusai Kūkō) (IATA: NRT, ICAO: RJAA) is a big Japanese airport. It is found in Chiba, which is a place near Tokyo. Narita is one of the two main airports that serve the Tokyo area.
The airport is about 57.5 kilometers (35.7 miles) east of Tokyo Station. It is also about 7 kilometers (4.3 miles) east-southeast of Narita Station in the city of Narita, which is also in Chiba Prefecture.
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What is Narita Airport?
Narita International Airport is a very important place for travel in Japan. It helps millions of people fly to and from Japan every year. It connects Japan with many other countries around the world.
Where is Narita Airport located?
Narita Airport is not right inside Tokyo. It's in a city called Narita, in Chiba Prefecture. This is a short distance east of Tokyo. It's easy to get to the airport from Tokyo using special trains and buses.
How big is Narita Airport?
Narita Airport has three main passenger buildings, called terminals.
- Terminal 1 is the largest. It has a North Wing and a South Wing.
- Terminal 2 is also very big and handles many flights.
- Terminal 3 is newer and is mostly used by airlines that offer lower prices.
These terminals have many shops, restaurants, and places for travelers to relax before their flights.
Getting to and from Narita Airport
There are several ways to travel between Narita Airport and Tokyo.
Narita Express Train
The Narita Express (often called N'EX) is a fast train service. It connects Narita Airport directly to major stations in Tokyo, like Tokyo Station, Shinjuku, and Shibuya. It's a popular choice for many travelers because it's quick and comfortable.
Keisei Skyliner Train
The Skyliner is another very fast train. It is run by the Keisei Electric Railway. This train can get you to central Tokyo even faster than the Narita Express. It's known for its sleek design and smooth ride.
Airport Limousine Bus
Besides trains, there are also special buses called Airport Limousine buses. These buses go to many hotels and stations all over Tokyo and the surrounding areas. They are a good option if you have a lot of luggage or want to go directly to your hotel.
Airport Operations
Narita Airport is a very busy place. Many airplanes land and take off every day.
Busy Air Traffic
Because so many planes use Narita, the airport often uses two runways at the same time for landings. This helps them manage all the flights and keep things moving smoothly. You might see two planes landing at the same time on different runways!
Control Towers
Airports need control towers to guide planes safely. Narita has a main control tower and other towers that help guide planes on the ground. These towers are very important for keeping air travel safe and organized.
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Images for kids
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The outside of Terminal 2
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A view from inside Terminal 2, showing planes and the old shuttle system
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The entrance to Terminal 1 departures hall
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Inside Terminal 1 departure hall
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The check-in area in Terminal 2
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Inside Terminal 3
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A map showing where planes from Narita Airport fly to
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Airplanes from different airlines at Narita Airport
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An aerial photo of Narita International Airport
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The main control tower and other ramp control towers
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A road junction near Narita Airport, leading to the terminals
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A JR Narita Express train
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A Keisei Skyliner train
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An Airport Limousine bus at Terminal 2
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Two planes landing at Narita Airport at the same time
See also
In Spanish: Aeropuerto Internacional de Narita para niños
